INTERVIEW
Why I am part of the EYA?
“I have practiced in rhythmic gymnastics for 12 years and I was the champion of the Nordic countries, Finland’s champion several times and a member of the Olympic team in 2016 in Rio. As a former Olympic gymnast, I am very interested in all kinds of sports. I work with gymnasts aged 7-15 and train them to become professional sportsmen. Also, I collaborate with the Association of Finnish Gymnastics and Olympic Committee. I would like to develop sport for children and young people in Finland.”
What did I give to athletes?
“My job was to help and mentor the athletes. I helped them with schedules and tried to bring nice atmosphere and team spirit to our team. I also told them about the Olympic traditions, fair play and my own experience in Rio Olympic Games.”
How do I describe a European Young Ambassador (EYA)?
“A Young Ambassador should be a highly-motivated and open-minded person. Besides a Young Ambassador must motivate the young athletes to become active actors in Olympic movement.”
How did I interact with athletes?
“During my stay in Erzurum I met many wonderful and inspiring people. As an ambassador I met international athlete ambassadors. Some of them had been in many previous Olympic Games and had even won Olympic medals. I was the youngest ambassador, so it was interesting to hear their stories and I learned a lot from them. Together we tried to improve the ambassador system and find a way how to continue it after that European Youth Festival.”
What did I learn from my job as a EYA?
“We spent evenings together with all Finnish athletes. Our favorite activities were team building games and discussions about Olympic spirit.”
What was my motto?
“The impossible is possible.”
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